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11:39 am
Tue March 5, 2013

Cyclists Do No Emit More Carbon Than Cars, State Legislator Admits

Credit Elaine Thompson / AP
Washington State Rep. Ed Orcutt has apologized for saying "the act of riding a bike results in greater emissions of carbon dioxide from the rider," after an email with a bike shop owner sparked criticism. Here, a cyclist rides in Seattle last year.

Originally published on Tue March 5, 2013 12:19 pm

Days after angering cyclists with his contention that people who ride bikes don't help pay for roads — and stating that "the act of riding a bike results in greater emissions of carbon dioxide from the rider," Washington State Rep. Ed Orcutt has apologized for his words, and any confusion they created.

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